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I happened to notice recently while researching some areas of local sports economic impact that once again the Wenatchee Wild are among the leaders in attendance in the 24-team North American Hockey League.
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I spent some time last week updating data concerning economic impact of sports tourism in the Wenatchee Valley in 2014. I know to most that doesn’t sound like the most riveting exercise, but I actually find it more than just a little interesting.
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An estimated 268 skaters representing six western states are expected to compete in the U.S Figure Skating Northwest Pacific Regionals at the Town Toyota Center, Sunday through Tuesday. Many of those have the chance to move on to sectionals competition, with an opportunity to join the U.S. figure skating team (can you say “Olympics?”).
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It’s always interesting when you see a stark example of how things change over time. It’s obviously true in the sports and recreation world as I once again discovered this past weekend.
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Soccer, baseball, obstacle racing, trail runs, a bicycle ride and even a lineman rodeo. Sounds like the lineup for several weeks of sports events, but it’s not. They’re all taking place this weekend in Wenatchee, Leavenworth and Chelan, providing spectators and participants a wide menu of choices.
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There are at least eight different sports being featured this Apple Blossom Festival weekend, giving area residents and visitors a wide range of activities to take in. Some are more traditional, others, not so much.
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While the Wenatchee Valley is an area that provides sports and recreation opportunities year-round, there’s no denying that we have begun the most impactful time of year, at least from a sports tourism standpoint.
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